Sibling Watchery: RuPaul's Drag Race S16E1: "Rate-A-Queen" (with Kim Chi & Naomi Smalls)

Get ready for a spectacular premiere of Sibling Watchery! Bob the Drag Queen and Monet X Change team up with the sensational KimChi and Naomi Smalls to dissect RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16, Episode 1, "Rate-A-Queen." It's a powerhouse panel of four legendary queens sharing their unfiltered first impressions of the new cast of RuGirls, offering candid commentary from the very start.
In this exhilarating episode, they dive into the queens' initial looks, dissect the first lines that left an impression, and boldly predict what this season has in store. Brace yourself for honesty, laughter, and the electrifying energy of these iconic queens as they deliver their no-holds-barred opinions and set the stage for a thrilling season ahead!
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@BobTheDragQueen
@MonetXChange

[@adrian_hook]

“For the lack of a better word.. Trixie fans” we love Kim

[@megangomezaddams]

and we knew exactly what she meant lol

[@kjdnyhmghfvb]

Even while she can barely breathe, she still roasts. Which reminds me of the time when Sailor Neptune and sailor Uranus were literally dying, but still roasted Sailor moon

[@BeatrizOliveira-xk7te]

@@kjdnyhmghfvbomg thank you for this reference

[@sonee_moon]

@@kjdnyhmghfvblmao yesss 😭😭😭

[@drugstorecowboy1]

She fckin killed me 😭😭

[@DustyHams]

The four horsewomen of the apocalypse: Bob (Death) Monet (War) Kim (Pestilence) get better soon girl Naomi (Famine)

[@turnttv7872]

“Monet (war)” killed me ☠️

[@oiaeyu]

Not Naomi being famine 💀 skinny

[@DustyHams]

@@turnttv7872 She loves to pick a fight haha

[@Imberis]

The idea of someone seeing Pestilence and yelling "Get better soon, girl!" at him is really cracking me up.

[@MONKEYDZETS]

Gurl I LIVE

[@m00nrac00n]

Kim basicaly saying Dawn is for the white teenage girlies in a somewhat vague way took me out. 💀

[@kaheivi]

no cus she’s giving cavetown out of drag like okayyyy yt queer realness

[@lilarose3285]

LMFAO NOT CAVETOWNNNNN !! this comment is killing me@@kaheivi

[@nisai2901]

Because she told no lies lol

[@anastasiaketschek1463]

THE SILENCE AFTER KIM’S COMMENT ABOUT DAWN APPEALING TO TRIXIE FANS IS SO LOUD LMAO

[@huss7860]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 asf 55:04

[@huss7860]

55:09 😂

[@jhubeJELLO]

🙅‍♂️🙅🙅🏽‍♀️

[@AndyGarcia82]

Right?! Because it was the same thing that happened to Kim Chi for having a similar paint to Trixie! lmfaoooooo

[@catsinmugs]

we r too spoiled actually

[@ivyserenacarter3479]

Not spoiled enough , they should come sit in my living room 😂

[@sunnygolightly9996]

​@@ivyserenacarter3479 Doing potcast while giving you a foot massage

[@catsinmugs]

@@ivyserenacarter3479 LMAOOOOOO

[@beermakeup4555]

4reals

[@arianarobin3838]

Kim is silently dying in the corner and it kills me ever time 🤣🙌🏽 WERK 💁🏻‍♀️

[@jeannnstezz47]

LMFAOOOOO

[@MikelosM]

Making fun of obesity? Wow, Nene, wow.

[@evanpham7881]

@@MikelosM "kim sickness has literally nothing to do with obesity just say that you wanted to bring up Kim obesity because your sooo off topic and this prove that u didn’t listen either because they talked about why kim is sick in the beginning" - I am stealing this comment from someone and I won't even credit their legal name, digital name, or even their maiden name because I'm just that gal. And the fact that I take time to write this instead of parapharse their comment in an ethical way is insane. ... Anyway, @Heevvyy

[@PrecociousFriand]

I think Kim's excess is going to Naomi's head

[@MikelosM]

@@evanpham7881 nah, just wanted to channel one part Bob, one part triggering sensitive weirdos who want to write an entire paragraph screeching (you won't be the last)

[@teitodoro]

monet and bob getting into like 3 arguments before they even start the episode is crazy

[@JoseAlvarez-bj2cm]

😭😭😭😭😭😂😂😂

[@ensabahnur3104]

I'm surprised only 3...are they fading?

[@salmonandsoup]

THANK YOU, Kim, for sticking up for my girl Amanda. I really do love how stunning everyone is, but not every drag queen has the budget to turn out constantly absolutely insane looks! And makeup is fucking hard! Some queens have a little scuff on their edges, and it's GOOD because it's EARNEST! (Not to say that high budget isn't necessarily earnest, but there's something about the scuff that brings someone back down to earth.)

[@CosmicCake07]

In the words of a KZbinr I don't remember "when i see a look that's super intricate from a queen who can't sew i think 'wow she must have a lot of money' "

[@Vendor.V]

Right? Like I can see both sides, where it is a competition and since we’re 16 seasons in there are a few things everyone should be able to look out for. On the other hand, drag shouldn’t be in a tight box with full perfection - in the words of Jasmine Masters “RuPauls Drag Race done fucked up drag”

[@salmonandsoup]

@@Vendor.V They do tend to go for the same styles of drag. I'd really like to see some more genderfuck queens, some more conceptual, high-art, horror queens, honestly give us drag KINGS too! The show's RuPaul's DRAG Race, but why does it seem like there's only space for queens? (By no means am I trying to diminish the importance and glory of drag queens, but hell, there's also a ton of amazing and stunning cisgender drag queens, and I haven't seen a cis woman drag queen on the show at all (I know Maddy Morphosis is cisgender and heterosexual, but also she got treated... HORRIBLY). Drag is for EVERYONE, y'know?)

[@jvo95]

But they are in the show to be judge by their looks and make up too, its part of the competition

[@salmonandsoup]

@@jvo95 That is a fair point, but sometimes the whole package can be amazing even if the makeup is a little busted or the outfits are a little sloppy in places. A drag queen is not just a drag queen for her looks; she's a performer, a hostess, a comic, a critic... all of it!

[@m00nrac00n]

Bob giving wisdom again by instantly clocking that Mirage is the T. Yes. Opinions on point. Mirage is really not a "messy stripper" even if it is part of her aesthetic. Her runway look was on point and her energy and track were infectious. Bob and Kim lowkey living for Amanda heals me as well...she is SO graceful and fun about all of the shade coming her way. I promise you she will grow and develop fast.

[@FocusedVoices]

LOVE MIRAGE!!

[@ARareAndDifferentTune_13]

@@FocusedVoicessame! She knows EXACTLY what she is doing and her looks I feel are completely intentional

[@thebd798]

Monet naming every Jennifer to ever exist...

[@klausarmanius2639]

I feel like Amanda is getting a huge underdog storyline this season. I find her drag unpolished yet cool. She has the goods and ideas. I can't wait to see her shine more!

[@anastasiakinz]

i reaalllyyy hope she does

[@laincoubert7236]

i really hope it's an underdog storyline and not an early out storyline

[@noelmsp007]

can’t wait for plane jane’s reaction to her 🤭😂

[@Lorgy2]

I kind of like her actually even though she is a bit unpolished. I liked the concept of the runway

[@danieluribe3182]

She needs the jimbo glow up. She has the talent and ideas…. Needs better makeup

[@marinemanaphy101]

I agree with Kim ngl, like I want the season’s twist to be no twists. A back to basics season would be a really funny twist.

[@nikfiendluvr666]

back to basics would actually be iconiccc. re-do a bunch of the old challenges from the old seasons

[@froufroudeluxe]

⁠@@nikfiendluvr666yes bitch I want to see them eat chicken hearts (wild how that was a real challenge)

[@taylorbug7157]

I agree as well. I feel like all stars should be the only series with any twists, now it doesn’t feel any different than the regular seasons. The queens should be able to compete the first time without the added stress of stupid rules and twists. I don’t understand why the show tries to manipulate drama and entertainment, as if a room full of drag queens won’t provide that on their own

[@HailEmpress]

shoutout to kim chi for getting through this podcast lol

[@francis2728]

Kim is literally dying I’m screaming 💀

[@Heevvyy]

@@Esteban-rx9bm kim sickness has literally nothing to do with obesity just say that you wanted to bring up Kim obesity because your sooo off topic and this prove that u didn’t listen either because they talked about why kim is sick in the beginning

[@rogerklk]

just hopping on here. what does she have??

[@fey0217]

@@rogerklk looks like she's experiencing some diarrhea and some sort respiratory infection (my guess is that it's that recent strain of covid).

[@Veganjelibon]

Love her and hope she gets better soon but her stuffed nose and mouth sounds triggered my misophonia so bad no idea what she said all episode😭

[@kitnal4143]

If anything it is the other way around, it is hard to stay fit when you are very ill@@Heevvyy

[@IfImadeit_]

Tia Koffee = Amanda Torri Meeting; mark my words divas!!! A little sloppy but brimming with raw energy and talent

[@twee_rocket]

Thorgy watching from the corner: 🔪👀🍷

[@kjdnyhmghfvb]

So...she too is a true nemeis of Thorgy Thor

[@TheDopekitty]

Tessa Testicle from the German franchise also fits that category IMO

[@Sam-dp5op]

I feel exactly the same about Mirage as Bob i don’t know why but I’m instantly obsessed with her

[@bryce5281]

No same

[@sarahfuller5482]

INSTANTLY! That bitch track is on repeat. Her entrance look. Her runway. It’s all intentional. She knows what she’s doing and she’s doing it well. Love her.

[@doeeyes2]

I think she shouldve done even more heel clacking and even have it be part of her song like Anetra's "walk that fking duck" .. she couldve had something like "make them heel clack" . And i agree with Naomi she could've also had a pole.

[@davidliu9441]

I like how inclusive and supportive they are of Kim who is so unwell and shy. Get well soon!

[@pbee.njayay444]

Same!!!💞

[@DantesflameX]

I am obsessed with Kim’s commentary. She needs to step into the podcast review gig

[@JoseAlvarez-bj2cm]

So no one is gonna mention how bob and moment literally talked over each other every time they introduced a new queen “And up next” They were not letting the other win PETTY lmaoooo

[@drakeywakey3734]

She is the moment now come on now

[@elinstar6034]

Bob be talking over everyone, come on let Kim speak! 😮

[@laincoubert7236]

i love how kim spoke the least but had so many sharp one liners still 😂

[@Mirbell2010]

Literally her on her season, she’s amazing 😂

[@MakuraZalis]

Kim's reads are sneaky and lethal.

[@tashamumu]

Yall... when Monet said Sapphira's boobs looked like Amanda's eyes 😂😂😂 I literally spit out the water I was drinking 😂😂😂 Too funny ❤

[@FocusedVoices]

Cackled

[@kevanmcdougallmph]

After Melinda Verga gave us a thrilling underdog story, I really do think Amanda can also prove that drag isn't just about makeup. Sure, it's a major component of drag, but I think we all need a good reminder that unique, captivating personalities with the "it factor" shouldn't be seen as first boots just because others have better makeup.

[@mikeman7815]

I need more Melinda! Plus, she has the best drag name if you look it up in Spanish lolololol.

[@TheAbigailDee]

MELINDA 😍😍 I love her so much

[@ZUKO-FROMTHEFIRENATION]

Bob, Monet and Naomi tried not to laugh at the Trixie shade Kim threw hahaaa

[@zenasparrow9668]

I mean it's was more of the fandom shade

[@barbiegirl985]

(at the part where kim says she likes that amanda's makeup isn't perfect bc it's reflective of a lot of drag irl not on drag race) i remember when i saw jimbos makeup glow up after her season after her getting shit for her makeup and being sad bc while she looks more traditionally pretty now she also looks more like everyone else and boring imo. i loved her old makeup it stood out sm in a charming way and matched her twisted clown energy!! i like her makeup now too tho ofc

[@rubyk.1506]

I know what you mean. I still love her, but feel like she lost something in translation. Her entrance to Canada and her first Baloney Ghost moment were my all time fav moments with Jimbo. It seems now she wants the acknowledgement that she is 'glamorous' in every way. And she is, but... Love her.

[@erickrubio5768]

Monet: I don't understand the palm trees Bob: is that because she's from Latin America? Naomi: IT'S SPRING BREAK

[@shinokyouku]

Amanda is one of those queens who in like 2 years will come back as an unstoppable force.

[@Imjustpierre]

I get laganja vibes

[@hausofdownboots]

"The One Where Kim is Dying"

[@asalgado505]

Lmao nooo

[@ig1398]

i love how naomi sometimes looks up when she laughs cuz it looks like shes saying hey to monet

[@SweetSockMonkey]

24:26 Monet naming 5 different Jennifers is killing me!

[@matterzheart]

I totally agree with Bob that Mirage is a great queen! think a lot of people aren’t understanding that a good amount of her looks so far have been elevated Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) looks which are totally representative of Las Vegas. I enjoy that she’s a Vegas queen that isn’t only giving “Vegas Showgirl” looks. (Not shading other Vegas queens I do like those looks too!) And I’ve watched her talent over and over and over!!! So addictive and fun.

[@armegrande9525]

Her and Q performance are the most addicting performace and Nymphia

[@EchanteDante]

I ADORE NAOMI SMALLS SO MUCH!! What a sexy stunning beautiful person on and out of drag.

[@Tammbamm5]

I got the pleasure of meeting her and she’s 10x more beautiful in person it’s insane. She’s also SO nice and kind. A QUEEN.

[@drugstorecowboy1]

Literally so gorgeous, you can feel the authenticity

[@Guilherme-kk2tr]

Kim is sooo shady 🤣🤣🤣 this was a GREAT EPISODE.

[@mimi_imfat]

24:25 All the Jennifers Monet has mentioned under 8 seconds Jennifer Lawrence Jennifer Lopez Jennifer Hudson Jennifer Holliday Jennifer Lewis This is WILDDD

[@nouh2397]

what new years clip was she talking about?

[@Super_Grover_]

Kim Chi is the kind of friend we all need; she’ll read you for your makeup, then help you fix it 😅

[@PabloEmanuel96]

I love this team because they're sll so good in their craft, the makeup expert, the fashion queen, a comedy queen and a lip sync assassin

[@PabloEmanuel96]

Not saying that's all they are but that's what they master imo

[@porgiepuddinandpie]

TELL ME WE'RE GETTING ALL 4 OF THE SIBLINGS ALL SEASON OF WATCHERY I NEED MORE KIM TALKING ABOUT SEASON 16

[@nikfiendluvr666]

This was such a treat, please bring Naomi and Kim on more!!

[@therobotdevil2284]

Here for the Amanda Tori Meating love!!! Crunchy makeup ane drag is easier to fix with time and money than some other skills and talent.

[@catinlapin619]

I just wanna say that I'm a Dawn fan because I'm a *Willow Pill* fan & not because I'm a Trixie fan 🤓

[@arol1644]

As a a Trixie fan lol, Dawn’s makeup did remind me of Willow Pill I’m trying to figure out what about Dawn would appeal to Trixie’s fans, bc I don’t much similarity in their aesthetic or personality

[@theThe29]

This combo requires popcorn 🍿 with lights off, it’s spiritual for me 😂😂😂😂 My favourite queens in one room? Ohh❤❤❤❤

[@jeremias8650]

literally

[@violetblossom7]

THIS THO!! This is the vibe😩💜

[@moded_corroded8132]

Saw Drag Race Live in Vegas back in November and Derrick was doing the knife dance lol.

[@spriggy4382]

Derrick lucked out coz the jokes write themselves! Ahh I love it! Sounds amazing lol

[@RicanNY7]

Thorgy should of been a part of this, she is fun.

[@jjm318]

We wouldve never been able to see them talk about the season😂 they barely did here.

[@jakjac645]

as someone who is 6’8”, bob talking about being called tall constantly and “big” and “huge” was very validating. literally every day that i’m out in public lmao

[@rj-sn7rq]

kim describing paper people as as trixie fans is CRAZY

[@henriquejambu]

26:00 idk this a very quintessential Kali Uchis look, you can see it and immediately know it was Kali Uchis lol

[@semjart]

I love this screen layout! Whoever made it did such a nice job, I absolutely love the safety tape with the names as frames so much ❤

[@dramabelle1]

This is the perfect group, I hope their schedules line up so they can all 4 do every episode! Feel better soon, Kim!

[@fkaciggs]

Morphine was referencing that Kali Uchis look because it was a huge meme on Twitter for a while. I think that the look was perfectly executed, looked beautiful and showed her sense of humour. A lot of the Ru girlies seem to not be aware of the “Me yelling uno with 25 cards up my ass” meme which is fair enough but it’s such a shame because it really will inform how you feel about the look. For the girls that get it? It’s a flawless, A++ look.

[@anarosol6133]

I get it now, got a good laugh 😂

[@gmrr21]

Agree with Kim Chi. Drag race needs more less polished drag that makes us laugh.

[@nanettesilva944]

Thank you! Totally agree about xunami. How you gonna claim fashion and your outfit looks like that?! Cmon now lol

[@Brontebabe]

Bob… I kid you not. I had the exact same thought when Ru walked in, in that outfit 😭 I felt so bad immediately thinking that

[@sunbleachedfly2]

Naomi's heartfelt rant over Amanda Tori's wig bobby pin took me out like ms girl was so offended 😭😭😭

[@excella1438]

So happy to see some Sapphira appreciation when it comes to entrance looks cause SHE.IS.GORGE. and not a lot of people are talking about her.

[@abbyehrenstein2550]

Not Bob trying to get Jacob (who is jewish) to say that Ru looked like the boy in the striped pajamas! That was so funny to me.

[@oceandelver]

i hope we continue getting long episodes with these 4. i LOVED this video

[@Johnnywithay]

YOU BETTER KEEP THESE WOMEN SHOWING UP FOR EVERY EPISODE

[@Imberis]

Those gloves are making Bob 100% more sassy.

[@zmurphy2536]

I laughed for two minutes straight no lie when I first say RuPaul's work room look and I still laugh when I see it he really does look like what Bob said. AND - he looks like one of the kids on the polar express 😭

[@yellowbearfilms5286]

I missed these reviews. I love Bob so much. Obviously I also love the other siblings here too, but every single time I see Bob do anything I basically watch him get more cemented as a once in a lifetime talent. Truly the only option to replace Ru one day but we all know it’ll probably be Trixie because of those…..Trixie fans

[@Aaronatthegaybar]

Amanda is a star. Outfits and makeup can improve, but her energy and talent is on point

[@RosieGaga]

Trixie fans [derogatory]

[@RosieGaga]

women in their 30s with blue hair that watch drag race and also collect dolls (me)

[@8_bruh_8]

Lesbians and straight 25+ women with money.

[@UnahVerse]

Naomi getting sued for Pose is a hate crime. I listen to the song so much and it's in my top 10 songs from any RuGirl. I'll quote it randomly sometimes like "Hey sweets 😏" or that one Kirby edit of Pose. Im ready for it to be re-released

[@santonetti1]

Naomi rocking the “Lionel Richie.” Love it

[@ZbJeeBies]

you saw lionel richie and i saw corbin bleu 😂 the difference in generations is outstanding

[@requiemunicorn1329]

@@ZbJeeBiesand i saw “zero” from holes, which I reckon is same gen as Corbin/disney ^-^

[@taniwa08]

I love Amanda Tori Meeting ❤ Yes she is unpolished but dang if she is not authentic ❤❤❤

[@TheWholeEntireCake]

Camp counts for something!

[@serenity6831]

Naomi looks so cute with her hair out

[@emilydenslow8715]

I am obsessed with this friend group

[@henriquejambu]

18:23 Kim Chi was spilling the tea! Amanda is amazing because of her personality and charisma, looks and makeup are really secondary! I felt the same way about Bob on s8

[@listamato]

I really hope they do this whole season together, and if not, I hope they keep a council of 4 (though I know booking for that would be bonkers).

[@huhhhh5508]

i wish yall would do the whole season together lol!!!

[@spriggy4382]

Been waiting for yall's perspective!😊

[@badusername1128]

Monet with her usual approximate knowledge re: Amerie and JLo 😂 The label wanted to give 1 Thing to JLo and Amerie had to basically leak it on her own to keep the song.

[@tyler.newton]

obsessed with naomi's impression of the peanut butter baby 44:15

[@tflance]

WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE

[@lzasnw]

Miss Kimberly on the pod??? 2024 is starting real right!

[@tadtorsh5165]

more Kim !!!

[@epasuxelar4473]

Monet so shady for bringing up Naomi's green goth Fiona Shrek finale look lmfao Naomi was having none of it 💀💀

[@homeiswhereukeepurdealdoe]

naomi never fails to get my knees WEAK

[@madeline304]

I don't comment on shit but I just gotta pop in and say Bob is fucking killing it in this look. The snakeskin, the choker, the leather. She just looks especially great here

[@8bitdaydreams]

This is my my Rushmore ❤

[@julianacosta9915]

Love me some Kim!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️💚💚💚 and Naomi 🥰🥰🥰

[@tessiebear28]

Naomi's "I think she needs a purse" took me OUT

[@grl02]

the second i saw that Loverboy beanie fit Kim Chi's big ass head I just knew it would fit me & i bought that shit instantly. thanks Kim

[@kittens_shades3901]

My day has been made ❤ ilysm you’ll never know how much joy you bring to us

[@EchanteDante]

Amanda’s ruveal look was infinitely more interesting than most of the others. Q’s was impeccable but the ruveal aspect wasn’t as much of a Ruveal as some of the others. And Sephora’s Ruveal was a bit predictable though she looked great minus the yitties. My favorite runway look was Mirage because it transformed a lot and looked great during all stages of the Ruveal. And wasn’t very boring.

[@bc24640]

Sephora

[@mgctr]

agreeeeeeeee

[@ninethreefivesix]

Omg seeing you all gathered together got me a little emotional ngl--love you!

[@cschmitz100]

12:54 Kim off here dying in the corner 😂

[@LeiDkllr.]

Poor Kimberly Chi is hanging on for dear life to join the team zoom. Bless them all!💙😂

[@XonYon]

52:46 Jacob said 🔄👉 👈🔄

[@pbjsamwich3407]

Kim and Naomi are TEWWWW fucking real, we need them back for the ball episode!!!! ❤

[@cristinadegiuli7166]

Tsunami’s entrance outfit is giving CinderellaxPrince Charming.

[@pedromaymi]

I'm here for the JLo portion of the video to add that Amerie got wind of JLo wanting her song One Thing so Amerie leaked it to Radio so JLo couldnt have it.

[@skytangerined9510]

WHEN Jennifer Lawrence was singing. With Jlo on her shoulder. And Jennifer Hudson is OBVIOUSLY killing it…. ehhh Jennifer Lewis… 🫰‼️ JENNIFER HOLIDAY

[@DaBayToHawaiiNei]

Bob asking why they keep coming for Amanda but then proceeds to come for Amanda. Lol.

[@DeepthroatC]

I've never clicked so fast in my life

[@DalejoOrtiz]

36:56 gaged me a bit, for sure

[@bloko7908]

the way we are getting spoiled by having naomi and kim chi on the pod

[@freddie7988]

god i can't wait for Naomi to clock the crease in Plain Jane's runway wig next ep

[@mllx-hw1wz]

I wish they would make the photoshoot mini challenge just about having the best photo instead of who can make ru laugh the most

[@bjaytheegoat7889]

Yesssss👏🏿. We've been asking for this line up. What a unsuspected surprise

[@KosOrSomeSayKosmo]

The season 8 top three are back together again, and they brought their little friend!

[@alexs6016]

Perfect time to hear this while I’m finishing up laundry!!! Ugh!!